Cold & Flu

June 14, 2023

Taking antibiotics properly: 6 tips for patients

Antibiotics save lives, but they are overused — so much so that experts warn they are already less effective. How do we protect their future use? Here are six tips.

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Antibiotic overuse: 1 in 3 antibiotics is unnecessary

The South ranks No. 1 in the nation for the number of antibiotic prescriptions, many of them unnecessary. The Vanderbilt Antimicrobial Stewardship Program aims to change that.

When to take your child to the hospital for flu and cold symptoms

Pediatric experts give advice on when it's best to go to a walk-in clinic instead of the emergency room.

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Who should still be wearing masks?

An infectious disease expert weighs in on who might benefit from extra protection from respiratory viruses this season.

A mom’s plea: Pay attention to RSV

Within a few weeks of starting daycare, their son came home with RSV, which at…

Can you still get sick after a vaccine? An infectious disease expert explains

Have you ever wondered why you can still get a mild case of respiratory infection even after getting the vaccine? Read on for the explanation.

RSV and other winter illnesses make early arrival

Pediatricians are seeing a surge in RSV cases. Here’s what to know about this seasonal…

Convenient Care Closer to Home

Vanderbilt Health is here to help if you or your loved one is feeling sick or has a minor injury. Dozens of locations throughout Middle Tennessee offer convenient hours — and can even bring a provider to you.

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Health OnCall: See a provider in your home, office or hotel room

Vanderbilt Health OnCall sends a nurse practitioner to you for basic care.

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Three things an infectious disease specialist wants you to know this flu season

The double-whammy of COVID-19 and influenza will make for an interesting fall and winter. Here’s what you need to know to stay healthy.

Why you and yours need flu vaccinations this year

A Vanderbilt expert sheds light on the myths surrounding the flu shot, and explains why there’s really no excuse not to get yours this year.

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It’s officially flu shot season! Here’s what parents need to know this year

A Q&A with a Vanderbilt pediatric nurse practitioner on how, why and when to get a flu shot this season.

Got the flu? Here’s why you need to stay home

Survey results suggest 75 percent of parents leave the house with the flu — and they're spreading it to others.

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Coronavirus prevention: What you need to know

Worried about the spread of coronavirus? Here's how to keep you and yours safe.